Terms of Use Last updated: August 25, 2026

Welcome to JumpStartInc.org. These Terms of Use (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of our website, services, and content (collectively, the “Service”). By accessing or using the Service, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, you may not access the Service.

Interpretation and Definitions

Interpretation

The words with capitalized first letters have meanings defined below. These definitions shall apply regardless of whether they appear in singular or plural form.

Definitions

  • Account means a unique account created for you to access our Service or parts of our Service.
  • Company (referred to as either “the Company,” “We,” “Us,” or “Our”) refers to JumpStart Inc., 1974 E. 66th Street, Suite 200, Cleveland, OH 44103.
  • Content refers to any text, images, graphics, videos, or other material posted on or available through the Service.
  • Service refers to the Company’s website and all related content and services.
  • You means the individual accessing or using the Service, or the company or other legal entity on behalf of which such individual is accessing or using the Service.

1. Use of the Service

  • Eligibility: You must be at least 18 years old or have the legal capacity to enter into contracts under applicable law.
  • Compliance: You agree to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and these Terms when using the Service.
  • Restrictions: You agree not to:
    • Reproduce, distribute, or modify any part of the Service without prior written authorization.
    • Use the Service for any unlawful or fraudulent purpose.
    • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the Service.
    • Introduce any viruses, malware, or other harmful code.

2. Accounts

  • Account Creation: You may need to create an Account to access certain features of the Service. You must provide accurate and complete information.
  • Account Security: You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your login information and for all activities under your Account. Notify Us immediately if you suspect unauthorized use of your Account.

3. Intellectual Property

  • Ownership: The Service and its original content, features, and functionality are owned by JumpStart Inc. and protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.
  • License: Subject to these Terms, we grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to use the Service for personal, non-commercial use.
  • Restrictions: You may not copy, distribute, or create derivative works from our Service content without our explicit consent.

4. User Contributions

  • Responsibility: If you submit or upload any content (“User Contributions”), you are solely responsible for your contributions.
  • Rights Granted: By submitting User Contributions, you grant Us a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to use, display, and distribute your content as necessary to operate the Service.
  • Prohibited Content: User Contributions must not:
    • Contain offensive, defamatory, or illegal content.
    • Infringe on the rights of others.
    • Contain viruses or harmful code.

5. Termination

  • Termination by You: You may terminate your use of the Service by discontinuing access at any time.
  • Termination by Us: We may terminate or suspend your Account or access to the Service at any time without notice if you violate these Terms or applicable law.
  • Effect of Termination: Upon termination, your right to access and use the Service will immediately cease.

6. Disclaimers and Limitations of Liability

  • No Warranty: The Service is provided “as is” without any warranties of any kind, either express or implied.
  • Limitation of Liability: To the fullest extent permitted by law, JumpStart Inc. is not liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from your use of the Service.

7. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold JumpStart Inc. harmless from any claims, damages, liabilities, losses, or expenses arising out of your use of the Service or your violation of these Terms.

8. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Ohio, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

9. Changes to These Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be posted on this page, and the “Last updated” date will be updated accordingly. By continuing to use the Service after changes are made, you agree to the revised Terms.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about these Terms, you can contact us at [email protected].

SMS/Text Messaging Terms of Use

By opting in to receive text messages from JumpStart Inc. (“JumpStart,” “we,” “us” or “our”), you agree to the following SMS/Text Messaging Terms of Use.

Program Description
JumpStart may send SMS/text messages to individuals who have opted in to receive communications related to the Goldman Sachs One Million Black Women initiative and related JumpStart programming. Goldman Sachs One Million Black Women is a long-term initiative focused on expanding economic opportunity for Black women by investing in areas that can help individuals, businesses and communities thrive.

Messages may include program announcements, application and registration information, reminders, event details, deadlines, educational opportunities, business resources, participation updates and other information related to the program.

Consent to receive text messages is not a condition of purchasing any goods or services.

Opt-Out Instructions
You can cancel the SMS service at any time. Just text “STOP” to the number. After you send the SMS message “STOP” to us, we will send you an SMS message to confirm that you have been unsubscribed. After this, you will no longer receive SMS messages from us. If you want to join again, just sign up as you did the first time and we will start sending SMS messages to you again.

Help Instructions
If you are experiencing issues with the messaging program you can reply with the keyword HELP for more assistance, or you can get help directly by emailing [email protected].

Carrier Liability
Wireless carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages.

Message Frequency and Cost
As always, message and data rates may apply for any messages sent to you from us and to us from you. Message frequency varies. If you have any questions about your text plan or data plan, it is best to contact your wireless provider.

Privacy
Your participation in our SMS/text messaging program is subject to JumpStart’s Privacy Policy. For information about how we collect, use and protect your information, please review our Privacy Policy at jumpstartinc.org/privacy-policy.

Changes to SMS/Text Messaging
JumpStart may modify or discontinue its SMS/text messaging program at any time. We may also update these SMS/Text Messaging Terms of Use from time to time. Any updates will become effective when posted on our website.